[MBZ] OT Central Northwest Florida Justice

[archer75--- via Mercedes]

CENTRAL NORTHWEST FLORIDA JUSTICE

DEPUTY CHARLIE DRIGGERS was shot and killed by a prisoner in front of the Dixie 
County Jail.

He and another deputy had arrested the man at approximately 4:00 am for being 
drunk. When they got to the jail, Deputy Driggers opened the back door of the 
patrol car to remove him. As he reached in to remove the prisoner, the man 
opened fire with a .38 caliber handgun, striking the deputy in the chest and 
shoulder five times.

The 29-year-old suspect, DEPUTY DRIGGERS COUSIN, was charged with first degree 
murder in connection with the murder. HE WAS ACQUITED!.

Deputy Driggers served as a part-time deputy and night jailer for the Dixie 
County Sheriff's Office. He was survived by his wive, three sons, three 
daughters, and 16 grandchildren.

https://www.odmp.org/officer/20595-deputy-sheriff-charles-thomas-driggers-sr


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Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

I would suspect most folks will piss it away. I also suspect the government 
will find a way to tax that distribution at the absolute highest rate too.


Rick

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Subject: Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

On 2021-01-02 20:28, Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote:

> A sad reality for many, is they were able to tap their retirement
> accounts penalty free because of the CARES act. Not particularly wise.

But you now have years to roll it over / recontribute it, instead of 60
days.

Won't that be fun, is it a taxable distribution, or is it nontaxable
rollover distribution in 2020 because you rolled it over in 2022?

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Re: [MBZ] was going to juice it up and hood stack it but don’t want to destroy this car 1987 Mercedes 300 sdl $1,100

[Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes]

Might be a decent deal. 

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Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

[Mitch Haley via Mercedes]

On 2021-01-02 20:28, Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote:


A sad reality for many, is they were able to tap their retirement
accounts penalty free because of the CARES act. Not particularly wise.


But you now have years to roll it over / recontribute it, instead of 60 
days.


Won't that be fun, is it a taxable distribution, or is it nontaxable 
rollover distribution in 2020 because you rolled it over in 2022?


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Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

Under 50, which Curt is. Over 50 there are catch up contributions one can make. 
I was replying to Curt's comment, although I didn't quote him. You can start 
drawing from funds penalty free at 59 1/2,

You can conceivably draw funds from a retirement account at 55, however it's a 
bit complicated.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/kristinmckenna/2020/07/21/is-55-too-early-to-retire-what-you-need-to-retire-early/

A sad reality for many, is they were able to tap their retirement accounts 
penalty free because of the CARES act. Not particularly wise.

https://www.fool.com/retirement/2020/03/31/you-can-now-raid-your-retirement-plan-early-withou.aspx

Rick

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Subject: Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

More of a semantic question, but I understand. And those are limits of you’re 
under a certain age, like 59-1/2, too, I believe.

-D

> On Jan 2, 2021, at 7:27 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes 
> mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>> wrote:
>
> 19,500 into a 401k.
> 6,000 into an IRA.
>
> https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/retirement-plans/601632/bad-news-on-ira-and-401k-contribution-limits-for-2021?amp
>
> Rick

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Re: [MBZ] W124 603 Post Fuel Filter Change

[Dan Penoff via Mercedes]

And don’t forget the 24V71. Definitely aren’t going to crank that one by hand…

-D

> On Jan 2, 2021, at 8:18 PM, G Mann via Mercedes  wrote:
> 
> Thank you.
> Definition of "Ornery" ... 8V71 Detroit 2 stroke, with the mechanical fuel
> rack out of trim, Minus 12 F, with about 20 knots of icy wind blowing on
> you, and the primary and secondary fuel filters full of gelled fuel.
> 
> You replace both filters with new, fill them with fresh heated fuel [hedge
> your bets however you can]  Wrestle a pair of 24 volt batteries out of the
> battery bay at 90 lbs each, then wrestle a fresh charged set in place [90
> lbs each, again], then crank until they are dead and find the starter is
> smoking really bad...
> 
> Pull the starter, replace it with a new one you just paid $900.00 for while
> laying on frozen ground with sleet and snow blowing on you, wrestle the now
> dead batteries out of the electrical bay, wrestle a fresh set in. [this
> is getting old, and I'm getting cold] crank again Or
> Remove the 3/8 pipe plug in the fuel filter fixture between primary and
> secondary filter, install barbed fitting, plumb in an aux electric pump,
> drop the pump pickup hose in a 5 gal can of warmed fuel. force prime the
> engine system... hit start and listen to the big diesel start to rumble,
> then stagger, then smooth out A what a relief it is...
> 
> Detroit engine numbering system ... 8= Number of cylinders, V=
> configuration, ie V8, V12, V16, 71 = Number of cubic inches
> displacement for each cylinder... thus... 8V71
> No... you can't crank it by hand... ;))
> 
> On Sat, Jan 2, 2021 at 3:41 PM Dan Penoff via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> 
>> Detroit Diesels, especially the 71 series, are notoriously difficult to
>> bleed. Don’t ask me how I know. I totally understand Grant’s desire to make
>> the process easier.
>> 
>> -D
>> 
>>> On Jan 2, 2021, at 4:38 PM, G Mann via Mercedes 
>> wrote:
>>> 
>>> No charge ... :<
>>> Hope it helps save frustration and starters / batteries.
>>> 
>>> On Sat, Jan 2, 2021 at 1:49 PM OK Don via Mercedes <
>> mercedes@okiebenz.com>
>>> wrote:
>>> 
 Ha! A boost pump like in a fuel injected aircraft - I should have
>> thought
 of this years ago!
 
 On Fri, Jan 1, 2021 at 8:35 PM G Mann via Mercedes <
>> mercedes@okiebenz.com>
 wrote:
 
> Before you do the next fuel filter change, spend a few bucks and get
>> one
 of
> these [or one like it] and plumb it into the fuel supply line just at
>> the
> fuel filter.
> 
> 
> 
 
>> https://www.amazon.com/Electric-Transfer-Universal-Pressure-2-5-4psi/dp/B07JPDZC4M/ref=pd_lpo_263_img_1/147-4172102-4367701?_encoding=UTF8_rd_i=B07JPDZC4M_rd_r=ba046a97-4646-46fe-9cc8-c5b175ac0b63_rd_w=WDi6Z_rd_wg=dfFZX_rd_p=7b36d496-f366-4631-94d3-61b87b52511b_rd_r=F6NYYHG3X997R9HDT12Z=1=F6NYYHG3X997R9HDT12Z
> 
> Put a switch on it so you control the pump, and prime the filter all
>> the
> way to the injection pump, crack the line nuts at the injectors and use
 the
> cheap pump to push fuel to the injectors, ie, prime the system... your
> crank time will be reduced to zip, you will save the cost of a starter
 down
> the road, and the pump, if sized right can set in the system since fuel
> will flow through it if it's not powered, or, you can simply disconnect
 it,
> and reconnect the supply line.
> 
> I've been using this system for 20 years to "assist" fuel filter
>> changes
 on
> large displacement Detroit powered trucks and buses I've owned which
>> are
> notorious for being very hard to re-prime, once you open the fuel
>> system.
> At $12 each... plus a few feet of fuel line and clamps.. the little
>> pumps
> have saved hours of aggravation.
> 
> 
> 
> On Fri, Jan 1, 2021 at 4:15 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> 
>> Do you have to crank the engine for a minute continuously? What about
>> doing it in shorter intervals until it starts?
>> 
>> Allan
>> 
>> Dan Penoff via Mercedes  writes:
>> 
>>> Yeah, you’re not alone. I remember my first one and how much I had to
>> crank on that beast (probably in excess of two minutes, total) before
 it
>> began to fire. I was convinced I was going to torch the starter.
>>> 
>>> -D
>>> 
 On Jan 1, 2021, at 4:20 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes <
>> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
 
 probably would’ve been easier if the engine was at temperature, and
 I
>> wasn’t such a scaredy-cat baby I’m cranking it so long. Once I cracked
> the
>> fittings and fuel showed up it took right off.
 I took the power washer to it and blew some more of the flaky old
> Macco
>> paint off of it. Wiped it down, wipedvthe inside out, cleaned the
 windows
>> and then took it for about a 5 mile spin in 

Re: [MBZ] W124 603 Post Fuel Filter Change

[G Mann via Mercedes]

Thank you.
Definition of "Ornery" ... 8V71 Detroit 2 stroke, with the mechanical fuel
rack out of trim, Minus 12 F, with about 20 knots of icy wind blowing on
you, and the primary and secondary fuel filters full of gelled fuel.

You replace both filters with new, fill them with fresh heated fuel [hedge
your bets however you can]  Wrestle a pair of 24 volt batteries out of the
battery bay at 90 lbs each, then wrestle a fresh charged set in place [90
lbs each, again], then crank until they are dead and find the starter is
smoking really bad...

Pull the starter, replace it with a new one you just paid $900.00 for while
laying on frozen ground with sleet and snow blowing on you, wrestle the now
dead batteries out of the electrical bay, wrestle a fresh set in. [this
is getting old, and I'm getting cold] crank again Or
Remove the 3/8 pipe plug in the fuel filter fixture between primary and
secondary filter, install barbed fitting, plumb in an aux electric pump,
drop the pump pickup hose in a 5 gal can of warmed fuel. force prime the
engine system... hit start and listen to the big diesel start to rumble,
then stagger, then smooth out A what a relief it is...

Detroit engine numbering system ... 8= Number of cylinders, V=
configuration, ie V8, V12, V16, 71 = Number of cubic inches
displacement for each cylinder... thus... 8V71
No... you can't crank it by hand... ;))

On Sat, Jan 2, 2021 at 3:41 PM Dan Penoff via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

> Detroit Diesels, especially the 71 series, are notoriously difficult to
> bleed. Don’t ask me how I know. I totally understand Grant’s desire to make
> the process easier.
>
> -D
>
> > On Jan 2, 2021, at 4:38 PM, G Mann via Mercedes 
> wrote:
> >
> > No charge ... :<
> > Hope it helps save frustration and starters / batteries.
> >
> > On Sat, Jan 2, 2021 at 1:49 PM OK Don via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com>
> > wrote:
> >
> >> Ha! A boost pump like in a fuel injected aircraft - I should have
> thought
> >> of this years ago!
> >>
> >> On Fri, Jan 1, 2021 at 8:35 PM G Mann via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com>
> >> wrote:
> >>
> >>> Before you do the next fuel filter change, spend a few bucks and get
> one
> >> of
> >>> these [or one like it] and plumb it into the fuel supply line just at
> the
> >>> fuel filter.
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >>
> https://www.amazon.com/Electric-Transfer-Universal-Pressure-2-5-4psi/dp/B07JPDZC4M/ref=pd_lpo_263_img_1/147-4172102-4367701?_encoding=UTF8_rd_i=B07JPDZC4M_rd_r=ba046a97-4646-46fe-9cc8-c5b175ac0b63_rd_w=WDi6Z_rd_wg=dfFZX_rd_p=7b36d496-f366-4631-94d3-61b87b52511b_rd_r=F6NYYHG3X997R9HDT12Z=1=F6NYYHG3X997R9HDT12Z
> >>>
> >>> Put a switch on it so you control the pump, and prime the filter all
> the
> >>> way to the injection pump, crack the line nuts at the injectors and use
> >> the
> >>> cheap pump to push fuel to the injectors, ie, prime the system... your
> >>> crank time will be reduced to zip, you will save the cost of a starter
> >> down
> >>> the road, and the pump, if sized right can set in the system since fuel
> >>> will flow through it if it's not powered, or, you can simply disconnect
> >> it,
> >>> and reconnect the supply line.
> >>>
> >>> I've been using this system for 20 years to "assist" fuel filter
> changes
> >> on
> >>> large displacement Detroit powered trucks and buses I've owned which
> are
> >>> notorious for being very hard to re-prime, once you open the fuel
> system.
> >>> At $12 each... plus a few feet of fuel line and clamps.. the little
> pumps
> >>> have saved hours of aggravation.
> >>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >>> On Fri, Jan 1, 2021 at 4:15 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes <
> >>> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>>
>  Do you have to crank the engine for a minute continuously? What about
>  doing it in shorter intervals until it starts?
> 
>  Allan
> 
>  Dan Penoff via Mercedes  writes:
> 
> > Yeah, you’re not alone. I remember my first one and how much I had to
>  crank on that beast (probably in excess of two minutes, total) before
> >> it
>  began to fire. I was convinced I was going to torch the starter.
> >
> > -D
> >
> >> On Jan 1, 2021, at 4:20 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes <
>  mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >>
> >> probably would’ve been easier if the engine was at temperature, and
> >> I
>  wasn’t such a scaredy-cat baby I’m cranking it so long. Once I cracked
> >>> the
>  fittings and fuel showed up it took right off.
> >> I took the power washer to it and blew some more of the flaky old
> >>> Macco
>  paint off of it. Wiped it down, wipedvthe inside out, cleaned the
> >> windows
>  and then took it for about a 5 mile spin in town and on the
> interstate,
> >>> and
>  I never cease to be amazed on how awesome this car is.
> >>
> >> Bob R
> >>
> >> Sent from my iPhone
> >>
> >>> On Jan 1, 2021, at 1:51 PM, Peter Frederick via Mercedes <
> 

Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

[Mitch Haley via Mercedes]

On 2021-01-02 19:32, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote:

More of a semantic question, but I understand. And those are limits of
you’re under a certain age, like 59-1/2, too, I believe.


There's a boost if you're over 50, so I can put 7000 in an IRA. (too 
lazy to look up the current qualified plan catch-up amount, but it might 
be 6500)
And you were prohibited from contributing to an IRA if over RMD age, but 
that's waived by one of the COVID bills.


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Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

[Dan Penoff via Mercedes]

More of a semantic question, but I understand. And those are limits of you’re 
under a certain age, like 59-1/2, too, I believe.

-D

> On Jan 2, 2021, at 7:27 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
> 19,500 into a 401k.
> 6,000 into an IRA.
> 
> https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/retirement-plans/601632/bad-news-on-ira-and-401k-contribution-limits-for-2021?amp
> 
> Rick
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Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

[Rick Knoble via Mercedes]

19,500 into a 401k.
6,000 into an IRA.

https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/retirement-plans/601632/bad-news-on-ira-and-401k-contribution-limits-for-2021?amp

Rick

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Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

[Dan Penoff via Mercedes]

Absolutely. You can have as many IRAs as you want. You can have as many 401ks 
as you want, too, but each one would be from a different employer. My point 
being in that if you don’t roll over  a 401k from a pervious employer it just 
sits in their 401k program, earning the same that it had been with the 
elections you chose. What’s nice about this is that many employers pay the fees 
on 401ks, so leaving the money with a former employer means you could get the 
benefit of their 401k and they are paying the fees.

In these cases you often get regular “beg” letters that tell you how they’ll 
gladly assist you with doing a rollover into an IRA or a new employer’s program.

-D

> On Jan 2, 2021, at 6:04 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
> Can you do an IRA if you already have a 401K?
> I haven't checked but I must be nearing the max for 401K contributions, I've 
> been pushing it up a percent every year for the last 3 or 4 years...
> -Curt
> 
>On Saturday, January 2, 2021, 5:55:49 PM EST, Mitch Haley via Mercedes 
>  wrote:  
> 
> That's where a Roth IRA does double duty.
> It's a lifetime investment that you can draw the deposits out of in case 
> of emergency.
> 
> On 2021-01-01 15:27, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote:
>> This is when I get on my soapbox about having an emergency fund. I
>> totally understand your rationale, but that notwithstanding, everyone
>> should have funds for at least six if not 12 months of living
>> expenses. I don’t think I could sleep at night if I didn’t. That
>> should be everyone’s first goal. Once you’ve got that, start
>> investing…
> 
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Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

[Curt Raymond via Mercedes]

 Can you do an IRA if you already have a 401K?
I haven't checked but I must be nearing the max for 401K contributions, I've 
been pushing it up a percent every year for the last 3 or 4 years...
-Curt

On Saturday, January 2, 2021, 5:55:49 PM EST, Mitch Haley via Mercedes 
 wrote:  
 
 That's where a Roth IRA does double duty.
It's a lifetime investment that you can draw the deposits out of in case 
of emergency.

On 2021-01-01 15:27, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote:
> This is when I get on my soapbox about having an emergency fund. I
> totally understand your rationale, but that notwithstanding, everyone
> should have funds for at least six if not 12 months of living
> expenses. I don’t think I could sleep at night if I didn’t. That
> should be everyone’s first goal. Once you’ve got that, start
> investing…


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Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

[Curt Raymond via Mercedes]

 You make a great point on fees. I was talking to buddy Ben about investing the 
other day. They have a financial advisor and have been making something like 7% 
over the last 2 years.Angie and I are (each, we have his and hers money) at 
closer to 11% in that time frame. I suspect he is getting 11% and giving the 
advisor 4%. I told him to get an online account of some sort, Angie uses 
Vanguard, I have E-Trade but I suspect it doesn't really matter as long as its 
one of the big companies. Buy an ET Index Fund and enjoy not sharing your 
returns with anybody else...
-Curt

On Saturday, January 2, 2021, 4:00:24 PM EST, Scott Ritchey 
 wrote:  
 
 I'll offer my two cents.  I am retired.  
My adequate net worth came from three sources: real estate (my personal
homes), IRA/401K investment, and military pension/social security.  I
mention the last two only because I can live on them without needing to
liquidate investments.  
I literally had near-zero investments until I retired from the military in
1994 and got a private sector job.  After that I maxed out IRA (preferably
Roth) and 401K.  I seldom lost money in real estate but being in the
military (i.e., having no choice when I sold) my average gain was modest
until my last house which I owned for 15 years and sold at a time of my
choosing when I fully retired.  
I got clobbered in several market dives but only compared to those that
cashed-out at the peak; the markets always came back.  I always used mutual
funds (vs individual stocks) from reputable companies like Vanguard or
Fidelity.  After selecting an asset mix, look for the low fees; fees will
eat up your gains.  
Especially in retirement, cash outgo is at least as important as cash
income.  A low-fixed-cost retirement home/location may be the most important
factor (e.g. low taxes, insurance, and house payment,-preferably zero) in
the long term.  It should go without saying but you should be debt-free well
before retirement.

  
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[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

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Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

[Mitch Haley via Mercedes]

That's where a Roth IRA does double duty.
It's a lifetime investment that you can draw the deposits out of in case 
of emergency.


On 2021-01-01 15:27, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote:

This is when I get on my soapbox about having an emergency fund. I
totally understand your rationale, but that notwithstanding, everyone
should have funds for at least six if not 12 months of living
expenses. I don’t think I could sleep at night if I didn’t. That
should be everyone’s first goal. Once you’ve got that, start
investing…



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Re: [MBZ] W124 603 Post Fuel Filter Change

[Curt Raymond via Mercedes]

 Thats how the newer VWs work, just cycle the key a couple times and the lift 
pump has the filter full...
-Curt

On Saturday, January 2, 2021, 3:49:31 PM EST, OK Don via Mercedes 
 wrote:  
 
 Ha! A boost pump like in a fuel injected aircraft - I should have thought
of this years ago!

On Fri, Jan 1, 2021 at 8:35 PM G Mann via Mercedes 
wrote:

> Before you do the next fuel filter change, spend a few bucks and get one of
> these [or one like it] and plumb it into the fuel supply line just at the
> fuel filter.
>
>
> https://www.amazon.com/Electric-Transfer-Universal-Pressure-2-5-4psi/dp/B07JPDZC4M/ref=pd_lpo_263_img_1/147-4172102-4367701?_encoding=UTF8_rd_i=B07JPDZC4M_rd_r=ba046a97-4646-46fe-9cc8-c5b175ac0b63_rd_w=WDi6Z_rd_wg=dfFZX_rd_p=7b36d496-f366-4631-94d3-61b87b52511b_rd_r=F6NYYHG3X997R9HDT12Z=1=F6NYYHG3X997R9HDT12Z
>
> Put a switch on it so you control the pump, and prime the filter all the
> way to the injection pump, crack the line nuts at the injectors and use the
> cheap pump to push fuel to the injectors, ie, prime the system... your
> crank time will be reduced to zip, you will save the cost of a starter down
> the road, and the pump, if sized right can set in the system since fuel
> will flow through it if it's not powered, or, you can simply disconnect it,
> and reconnect the supply line.
>
> I've been using this system for 20 years to "assist" fuel filter changes on
> large displacement Detroit powered trucks and buses I've owned which are
> notorious for being very hard to re-prime, once you open the fuel system.
> At $12 each... plus a few feet of fuel line and clamps.. the little pumps
> have saved hours of aggravation.
>
>
>
> On Fri, Jan 1, 2021 at 4:15 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
>
> > Do you have to crank the engine for a minute continuously? What about
> > doing it in shorter intervals until it starts?
> >
> > Allan
> >
> > Dan Penoff via Mercedes  writes:
> >
> > > Yeah, you’re not alone. I remember my first one and how much I had to
> > crank on that beast (probably in excess of two minutes, total) before it
> > began to fire. I was convinced I was going to torch the starter.
> > >
> > > -D
> > >
> > >> On Jan 1, 2021, at 4:20 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes <
> > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> > >>
> > >> probably would’ve been easier if the engine was at temperature, and I
> > wasn’t such a scaredy-cat baby I’m cranking it so long. Once I cracked
> the
> > fittings and fuel showed up it took right off.
> > >> I took the power washer to it and blew some more of the flaky old
> Macco
> > paint off of it. Wiped it down, wipedvthe inside out, cleaned the windows
> > and then took it for about a 5 mile spin in town and on the interstate,
> and
> > I never cease to be amazed on how awesome this car is.
> > >>
> > >> Bob R
> > >>
> > >> Sent from my iPhone
> > >>
> > >>> On Jan 1, 2021, at 1:51 PM, Peter Frederick via Mercedes <
> > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> > >>>
> > >>> I always changed the fuel filter or did any other injector work on a
> > hot engine -- cranks much faster and uses a lot less battery power.
> >
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Re: [MBZ] W124 603 Post Fuel Filter Change

[Dan Penoff via Mercedes]

Detroit Diesels, especially the 71 series, are notoriously difficult to bleed. 
Don’t ask me how I know. I totally understand Grant’s desire to make the 
process easier.

-D

> On Jan 2, 2021, at 4:38 PM, G Mann via Mercedes  wrote:
> 
> No charge ... :<
> Hope it helps save frustration and starters / batteries.
> 
> On Sat, Jan 2, 2021 at 1:49 PM OK Don via Mercedes 
> wrote:
> 
>> Ha! A boost pump like in a fuel injected aircraft - I should have thought
>> of this years ago!
>> 
>> On Fri, Jan 1, 2021 at 8:35 PM G Mann via Mercedes 
>> wrote:
>> 
>>> Before you do the next fuel filter change, spend a few bucks and get one
>> of
>>> these [or one like it] and plumb it into the fuel supply line just at the
>>> fuel filter.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>> https://www.amazon.com/Electric-Transfer-Universal-Pressure-2-5-4psi/dp/B07JPDZC4M/ref=pd_lpo_263_img_1/147-4172102-4367701?_encoding=UTF8_rd_i=B07JPDZC4M_rd_r=ba046a97-4646-46fe-9cc8-c5b175ac0b63_rd_w=WDi6Z_rd_wg=dfFZX_rd_p=7b36d496-f366-4631-94d3-61b87b52511b_rd_r=F6NYYHG3X997R9HDT12Z=1=F6NYYHG3X997R9HDT12Z
>>> 
>>> Put a switch on it so you control the pump, and prime the filter all the
>>> way to the injection pump, crack the line nuts at the injectors and use
>> the
>>> cheap pump to push fuel to the injectors, ie, prime the system... your
>>> crank time will be reduced to zip, you will save the cost of a starter
>> down
>>> the road, and the pump, if sized right can set in the system since fuel
>>> will flow through it if it's not powered, or, you can simply disconnect
>> it,
>>> and reconnect the supply line.
>>> 
>>> I've been using this system for 20 years to "assist" fuel filter changes
>> on
>>> large displacement Detroit powered trucks and buses I've owned which are
>>> notorious for being very hard to re-prime, once you open the fuel system.
>>> At $12 each... plus a few feet of fuel line and clamps.. the little pumps
>>> have saved hours of aggravation.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> On Fri, Jan 1, 2021 at 4:15 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes <
>>> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
>>> 
 Do you have to crank the engine for a minute continuously? What about
 doing it in shorter intervals until it starts?
 
 Allan
 
 Dan Penoff via Mercedes  writes:
 
> Yeah, you’re not alone. I remember my first one and how much I had to
 crank on that beast (probably in excess of two minutes, total) before
>> it
 began to fire. I was convinced I was going to torch the starter.
> 
> -D
> 
>> On Jan 1, 2021, at 4:20 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes <
 mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
>> 
>> probably would’ve been easier if the engine was at temperature, and
>> I
 wasn’t such a scaredy-cat baby I’m cranking it so long. Once I cracked
>>> the
 fittings and fuel showed up it took right off.
>> I took the power washer to it and blew some more of the flaky old
>>> Macco
 paint off of it. Wiped it down, wipedvthe inside out, cleaned the
>> windows
 and then took it for about a 5 mile spin in town and on the interstate,
>>> and
 I never cease to be amazed on how awesome this car is.
>> 
>> Bob R
>> 
>> Sent from my iPhone
>> 
>>> On Jan 1, 2021, at 1:51 PM, Peter Frederick via Mercedes <
 mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
>>> 
>>> I always changed the fuel filter or did any other injector work
>> on a
 hot engine -- cranks much faster and uses a lot less battery power.
 
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>> 
>> "Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to
>> pause and reflect." Mark Twain
>> 
>> “Basic research is what I’m doing when I don’t know what I am doing.”
>> Wernher
>> Von Braun
>> 2013 F150, 18 mpg
>> 2017 Subaru Legacy, 30 mpg
>> 1957 C182A, 12 mpg - but at 150 mph!
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Re: [MBZ] W124 603 Post Fuel Filter Change

[G Mann via Mercedes]

No charge ... :<
Hope it helps save frustration and starters / batteries.

On Sat, Jan 2, 2021 at 1:49 PM OK Don via Mercedes 
wrote:

> Ha! A boost pump like in a fuel injected aircraft - I should have thought
> of this years ago!
>
> On Fri, Jan 1, 2021 at 8:35 PM G Mann via Mercedes 
> wrote:
>
> > Before you do the next fuel filter change, spend a few bucks and get one
> of
> > these [or one like it] and plumb it into the fuel supply line just at the
> > fuel filter.
> >
> >
> >
> https://www.amazon.com/Electric-Transfer-Universal-Pressure-2-5-4psi/dp/B07JPDZC4M/ref=pd_lpo_263_img_1/147-4172102-4367701?_encoding=UTF8_rd_i=B07JPDZC4M_rd_r=ba046a97-4646-46fe-9cc8-c5b175ac0b63_rd_w=WDi6Z_rd_wg=dfFZX_rd_p=7b36d496-f366-4631-94d3-61b87b52511b_rd_r=F6NYYHG3X997R9HDT12Z=1=F6NYYHG3X997R9HDT12Z
> >
> > Put a switch on it so you control the pump, and prime the filter all the
> > way to the injection pump, crack the line nuts at the injectors and use
> the
> > cheap pump to push fuel to the injectors, ie, prime the system... your
> > crank time will be reduced to zip, you will save the cost of a starter
> down
> > the road, and the pump, if sized right can set in the system since fuel
> > will flow through it if it's not powered, or, you can simply disconnect
> it,
> > and reconnect the supply line.
> >
> > I've been using this system for 20 years to "assist" fuel filter changes
> on
> > large displacement Detroit powered trucks and buses I've owned which are
> > notorious for being very hard to re-prime, once you open the fuel system.
> > At $12 each... plus a few feet of fuel line and clamps.. the little pumps
> > have saved hours of aggravation.
> >
> >
> >
> > On Fri, Jan 1, 2021 at 4:15 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes <
> > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > > Do you have to crank the engine for a minute continuously? What about
> > > doing it in shorter intervals until it starts?
> > >
> > > Allan
> > >
> > > Dan Penoff via Mercedes  writes:
> > >
> > > > Yeah, you’re not alone. I remember my first one and how much I had to
> > > crank on that beast (probably in excess of two minutes, total) before
> it
> > > began to fire. I was convinced I was going to torch the starter.
> > > >
> > > > -D
> > > >
> > > >> On Jan 1, 2021, at 4:20 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes <
> > > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> > > >>
> > > >> probably would’ve been easier if the engine was at temperature, and
> I
> > > wasn’t such a scaredy-cat baby I’m cranking it so long. Once I cracked
> > the
> > > fittings and fuel showed up it took right off.
> > > >> I took the power washer to it and blew some more of the flaky old
> > Macco
> > > paint off of it. Wiped it down, wipedvthe inside out, cleaned the
> windows
> > > and then took it for about a 5 mile spin in town and on the interstate,
> > and
> > > I never cease to be amazed on how awesome this car is.
> > > >>
> > > >> Bob R
> > > >>
> > > >> Sent from my iPhone
> > > >>
> > > >>> On Jan 1, 2021, at 1:51 PM, Peter Frederick via Mercedes <
> > > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> > > >>>
> > > >>> I always changed the fuel filter or did any other injector work
> on a
> > > hot engine -- cranks much faster and uses a lot less battery power.
> > >
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> pause and reflect." Mark Twain
>
> “Basic research is what I’m doing when I don’t know what I am doing.”
> Wernher
> Von Braun
> 2013 F150, 18 mpg
> 2017 Subaru Legacy, 30 mpg
> 1957 C182A, 12 mpg - but at 150 mph!
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Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

[Scott Ritchey via Mercedes]

I'll offer my two cents.  I am retired.  
My adequate net worth came from three sources: real estate (my personal
homes), IRA/401K investment, and military pension/social security.  I
mention the last two only because I can live on them without needing to
liquidate investments.  
I literally had near-zero investments until I retired from the military in
1994 and got a private sector job.  After that I maxed out IRA (preferably
Roth) and 401K.  I seldom lost money in real estate but being in the
military (i.e., having no choice when I sold) my average gain was modest
until my last house which I owned for 15 years and sold at a time of my
choosing when I fully retired.  
I got clobbered in several market dives but only compared to those that
cashed-out at the peak; the markets always came back.  I always used mutual
funds (vs individual stocks) from reputable companies like Vanguard or
Fidelity.  After selecting an asset mix, look for the low fees; fees will
eat up your gains.  
Especially in retirement, cash outgo is at least as important as cash
income.  A low-fixed-cost retirement home/location may be the most important
factor (e.g. low taxes, insurance, and house payment,-preferably zero) in
the long term.  It should go without saying but you should be debt-free well
before retirement.


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Re: [MBZ] How to remove seats with no power

[Mitch Haley via Mercedes]

On 2021-01-02 15:24, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote:

Some of them have a 12v port for charging cell phones and such, maybe
that isn't so "smart".


As somebody else suggested, I think my Stanleys have the 'smart' 
switching hardware in an inline box as part of the wiring harness. So if 
I'm correct, one could bypass the box and make it a straight cable 
connection.
Of course that also gives you a very tiny arc welding machine, with the 
added bonus of potential lithium battery explosion.

Maybe put a 30A fuse in one of the leads in place of the safety box?

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Re: [MBZ] I got one of these today

[Allan Streib via Mercedes]

"polyformaldehyde material is eco-friendly"

Hm, not sure about that

Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes  writes:

> It’s a decent tool kit A good price . I like the wire connector tools, will 
> need to try them
>
> Manfiter Trim Removal Tool Set 138Pcs with Multi Functional Pliers, Car Panel 
> Tool Pry Tool Kit for Door/Trim/Audio/Panel, Stereo Removal Tool, Auto Clip 
> Remover Set with Bumper Retainer Clips 
> https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B08CZP7KCD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_fabc_GSl8Fb1HS96YV?_encoding=UTF8=1
>
> --R

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Re: [MBZ] W124 603 Post Fuel Filter Change

[OK Don via Mercedes]

Ha! A boost pump like in a fuel injected aircraft - I should have thought
of this years ago!

On Fri, Jan 1, 2021 at 8:35 PM G Mann via Mercedes 
wrote:

> Before you do the next fuel filter change, spend a few bucks and get one of
> these [or one like it] and plumb it into the fuel supply line just at the
> fuel filter.
>
>
> https://www.amazon.com/Electric-Transfer-Universal-Pressure-2-5-4psi/dp/B07JPDZC4M/ref=pd_lpo_263_img_1/147-4172102-4367701?_encoding=UTF8_rd_i=B07JPDZC4M_rd_r=ba046a97-4646-46fe-9cc8-c5b175ac0b63_rd_w=WDi6Z_rd_wg=dfFZX_rd_p=7b36d496-f366-4631-94d3-61b87b52511b_rd_r=F6NYYHG3X997R9HDT12Z=1=F6NYYHG3X997R9HDT12Z
>
> Put a switch on it so you control the pump, and prime the filter all the
> way to the injection pump, crack the line nuts at the injectors and use the
> cheap pump to push fuel to the injectors, ie, prime the system... your
> crank time will be reduced to zip, you will save the cost of a starter down
> the road, and the pump, if sized right can set in the system since fuel
> will flow through it if it's not powered, or, you can simply disconnect it,
> and reconnect the supply line.
>
> I've been using this system for 20 years to "assist" fuel filter changes on
> large displacement Detroit powered trucks and buses I've owned which are
> notorious for being very hard to re-prime, once you open the fuel system.
> At $12 each... plus a few feet of fuel line and clamps.. the little pumps
> have saved hours of aggravation.
>
>
>
> On Fri, Jan 1, 2021 at 4:15 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
>
> > Do you have to crank the engine for a minute continuously? What about
> > doing it in shorter intervals until it starts?
> >
> > Allan
> >
> > Dan Penoff via Mercedes  writes:
> >
> > > Yeah, you’re not alone. I remember my first one and how much I had to
> > crank on that beast (probably in excess of two minutes, total) before it
> > began to fire. I was convinced I was going to torch the starter.
> > >
> > > -D
> > >
> > >> On Jan 1, 2021, at 4:20 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes <
> > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> > >>
> > >> probably would’ve been easier if the engine was at temperature, and I
> > wasn’t such a scaredy-cat baby I’m cranking it so long. Once I cracked
> the
> > fittings and fuel showed up it took right off.
> > >> I took the power washer to it and blew some more of the flaky old
> Macco
> > paint off of it. Wiped it down, wipedvthe inside out, cleaned the windows
> > and then took it for about a 5 mile spin in town and on the interstate,
> and
> > I never cease to be amazed on how awesome this car is.
> > >>
> > >> Bob R
> > >>
> > >> Sent from my iPhone
> > >>
> > >>> On Jan 1, 2021, at 1:51 PM, Peter Frederick via Mercedes <
> > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> > >>>
> > >>> I always changed the fuel filter or did any other injector work on a
> > hot engine -- cranks much faster and uses a lot less battery power.
> >
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Re: [MBZ] OT focus front struts

[Allan Streib via Mercedes]

Mitch Haley via Mercedes  writes:

> Was the strut broken or the top mount bearing?

The top end of the shock had broken free of the top mount. So once the
bottom end was free, the whole thing flew apart, leaving only the top
mount bolted to the chassis.

> Anyway, you discovered one of the situations in which a quick strut
> kit is not a replacement for a spring compressor, glad it worked out
> OK.

Yeah lesson learned.

Allan

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[MBZ] 1976 Mercedes-Benz 3000 diesel 3000,$9,988

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Re: [MBZ] How to remove seats with no power

[Curt Raymond via Mercedes]

Some of them have a 12v port for charging cell phones and such, maybe that 
isn't so "smart".
Curt

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  On Sat, Jan 2, 2021 at 2:59 PM, Meade Dillon via 
Mercedes wrote:   Well maybe my email on this topic 
didn't get to you?

" KP200 jump pack comes with a smart clamp that prevents you from improper
operations." like powering an electric seat at the junkyard.

These jump packs that are 'smart' need to be connected to a battery before
they'll provide any power, so forget about using one to power a seat or
electric window at the junkyard, unless you also lug along a weak battery.

I bought one of these at Costco a few years ago, thinking that I could use
it at the pick-n-pull for just what you're talking about, but the 'smart'
part of it prevents me from using it this way.  It wants to be connected to
a weak battery.  I don't know if it needs to sense voltage of 12v or less,
or some amount of current drain (like it was charging up a weak battery).

-
Max
Charleston SC


On Sat, Jan 2, 2021 at 11:24 AM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

> They will start a 617 or 603 etc as long as there is a battery in it.  I
> tried starting a 603 with nothing but the jump pack hooked up.  That
> will melt it.  I sent a message to them and they sent me a new one.  I
> am now looking for the charger for it.  I did go ahead and order this
> one as I am planning a trip to the pnp and would like to pull some power
> seats.
>
>
>
> https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07WZP9TMX/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8=1
>
>
>
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Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

[Curt Raymond via Mercedes]

Yup. Not something to do with the rent money for sure.
Curt

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  On Sat, Jan 2, 2021 at 2:42 PM, Mitch Haley via 
Mercedes wrote:   On 2021-01-01 16:32, Curt Raymond via 
Mercedes wrote:
> I don't think you understand how index funds work.
> Since the index fund is invested in a larger number of stocks its less
> exposed when the market does down.


Even so, 60% drops are not unheard of.
Take the fall of 2007 to the winter of 2009 for example.
  
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Re: [MBZ] How to remove seats with no power

[Jim Cathey via Mercedes]

My CTEK smart charger will not engage unless it senses some
voltage when you connect it.  The jump packs are probably similar.

-- Jim


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Re: [MBZ] How to remove seats with no power

[Meade Dillon via Mercedes]

Well maybe my email on this topic didn't get to you?

" KP200 jump pack comes with a smart clamp that prevents you from improper
operations." like powering an electric seat at the junkyard.

These jump packs that are 'smart' need to be connected to a battery before
they'll provide any power, so forget about using one to power a seat or
electric window at the junkyard, unless you also lug along a weak battery.

I bought one of these at Costco a few years ago, thinking that I could use
it at the pick-n-pull for just what you're talking about, but the 'smart'
part of it prevents me from using it this way.  It wants to be connected to
a weak battery.  I don't know if it needs to sense voltage of 12v or less,
or some amount of current drain (like it was charging up a weak battery).

-
Max
Charleston SC


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> They will start a 617 or 603 etc as long as there is a battery in it.  I
> tried starting a 603 with nothing but the jump pack hooked up.  That
> will melt it.  I sent a message to them and they sent me a new one.  I
> am now looking for the charger for it.  I did go ahead and order this
> one as I am planning a trip to the pnp and would like to pull some power
> seats.
>
>
>
> https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07WZP9TMX/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8=1
>
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[MBZ] I got one of these today

[Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes]

It’s a decent tool kit A good price . I like the wire connector tools, will 
need to try them

Manfiter Trim Removal Tool Set 138Pcs with Multi Functional Pliers, Car Panel 
Tool Pry Tool Kit for Door/Trim/Audio/Panel, Stereo Removal Tool, Auto Clip 
Remover Set with Bumper Retainer Clips 
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B08CZP7KCD/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_fabc_GSl8Fb1HS96YV?_encoding=UTF8=1

--R
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Re: [MBZ] If you don’t have $500 for it don’t message me (half of a) 1980 Mercedes-Benz 240d

[Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes]

Yes it has a trunk lid and a hood with it

--FT
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> On Jan 2, 2021, at 11:35 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 

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Re: [MBZ] W124 603 Post Fuel Filter Change

[dan--- via Mercedes]

603s are a lot tougher, believe me.

-D

> On Jan 2, 2021, at 11:42 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
> When I changed the filter in my SD, I did it with the engine warm.
> It immediately restarted with the new/empty filter and the idle knob cranked 
> all the way up.
> When it stumbled, I gave it more throttle, and it didn't die.
> Then it cleared up and ran evenly on all five cylinders again.
> 
> I don't know if that's at all hard on the fuel system, but it was easy on the 
> mechanic.
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Re: [MBZ] A little patina but otherwise doesn't look too bad 2007 GL450 Mercedes - $5, 200

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On 2021-01-02 10:42, dan--- via Mercedes wrote:

Craigslist, like other online places, don’t like VPNs, so they block
the known exit nodes for the services. It’s a minor whack a mole
thing, but they do it anyway.

We ban employees from using private VPNs for work, for example,
because it sets off alarms when someone logs in from Budapest and an
hour later shows up in Sydney.



Do you also mandate use of employer VPN like Pulse Secure or similar?
MSU does Pulse Secure, and they don't want you to access the network 
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Re: [MBZ] A little patina but otherwise doesn't look too bad 2007 GL450 Mercedes - $5, 200

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Craigslist, like other online places, don’t like VPNs, so they block the known 
exit nodes for the services. It’s a minor whack a mole thing, but they do it 
anyway.

We ban employees from using private VPNs for work, for example, because it sets 
off alarms when someone logs in from Budapest and an hour later shows up in 
Sydney.

-D

> On Jan 2, 2021, at 11:03 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
>> On 2021-01-02 09:52, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:
>> Has a tow package, that's a plus although I might like a 500 a little
>> better for towing
>> https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/walterboro-2007-gl-450-mercedes/7255513251.html
> 
> I just got a surprise, courtesy of CL and NordVPN:
> This IP has been automatically blocked. If you have questions, please email: 
> blocks-b1608271253917...@craigslist.org
> 
> And I tried to join a shooting forum yesterday, got an email today saying my 
> membership was rejected because I was connected to a VPN when I tried to join.
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Re: [MBZ] W124 603 Post Fuel Filter Change

[Mitch Haley via Mercedes]

When I changed the filter in my SD, I did it with the engine warm.
It immediately restarted with the new/empty filter and the idle knob 
cranked all the way up.

When it stumbled, I gave it more throttle, and it didn't die.
Then it cleared up and ran evenly on all five cylinders again.

I don't know if that's at all hard on the fuel system, but it was easy 
on the mechanic.


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Re: [MBZ] 1992 Mercedes-Benz not sure,$2,000 5spd manual diesel

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It doesn't have headlamps but they might be in the trunk

--FT

On 1/2/21 11:25 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote:

On 2021-01-02 10:21, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:

It is a 84-86 model, not 92.


It's a 2.2, or it has sealed beam headlamps?
(I don't do fakebuch)

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Re: [MBZ] Nice 300CD

[Rich Thomas via Mercedes]

probably even has the rare zundfogle engine

--FT

On 1/2/21 11:37 AM, dan--- via Mercedes wrote:

Leather and zebrano. Does have the now very rare cassette holder for the center 
console.

-D


On Jan 2, 2021, at 11:27 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes 
 wrote:

What about the interior?  If it has leather and a burlwood dash then it's
worth every penny

On Sat, Jan 2, 2021 at 9:24 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:


That looks really nice

--FT
Sent from iPhone


On Jan 2, 2021, at 8:48 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes <

mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

Not a bad deal for the money considering the condition and miles.



https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/cto/d/san-mateo-1980-mercedes-300cd-146k-miles/7254345965.html
<
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/cto/d/san-mateo-1980-mercedes-300cd-146k-miles/7254345965.html


-D
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Re: [MBZ] 2011 GL350 Bluetec, doesn't start, $7500

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

Put the scanner on it, see if there are any codes.  Or just see if 
getting power at the starter relay in the fuse box which will indicate 
if the ignition switch is sending electrons.  Then jumper the relay 
contacts to see if the starter spins with key in pos2. that was the 
problem on the $675ML500, I could get it started by jumpering the 
relay.  I rigged up a pushbutton momentary switch on the relay pins to 
start it before I got the new ignition switch.


I'm not entirely sure how these work being newer but I am guessing it is 
probably a similar system/circuit


--FT

On 1/2/21 11:28 AM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote:

How would you diagnose on the spot?

On Sat, Jan 2, 2021 at 9:28 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes 
mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>> wrote:


That could be tempting if indeed it is just the starter. I wonder
what the symptoms are. Might be just the ignition switch, was $25
part on the 05 ML

--FT
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> On Jan 2, 2021, at 12:39 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes
mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>> wrote:
>
> mechanic said must change starter
> Privat owner, title in hands
> No low ballers!!!
> Don't have time for fixed
>
>

https://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/cto/d/plainfield-mercedes-benz-gl350-bluetec/7255155280.html
>
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Re: [MBZ] Nice 300CD

[dan--- via Mercedes]

Leather and zebrano. Does have the now very rare cassette holder for the center 
console.

-D

> On Jan 2, 2021, at 11:27 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> What about the interior?  If it has leather and a burlwood dash then it's
> worth every penny
> 
> On Sat, Jan 2, 2021 at 9:24 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> 
>> That looks really nice
>> 
>> --FT
>> Sent from iPhone
>> 
>>> On Jan 2, 2021, at 8:48 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes <
>> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
>>> 
>>> Not a bad deal for the money considering the condition and miles.
>>> 
>>> 
>> https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/cto/d/san-mateo-1980-mercedes-300cd-146k-miles/7254345965.html
>> <
>> https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/cto/d/san-mateo-1980-mercedes-300cd-146k-miles/7254345965.html
>>> 
>>> 
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Re: [MBZ] If you don’t have $500 for it don’t message me (half of a) 1980 Mercedes-Benz 240d

[Curt Raymond via Mercedes]

 To be fair its really more like 2/3 of a car...
-Curt

On Saturday, January 2, 2021, 11:31:59 AM EST, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes 
 wrote:  
 
 Oh my Jesus.

On 1/2/2021 10:20 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:
> 4spd conversion donor
>
> https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/807483553445321/?ref=search_code=undefined
>  
>
>

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[MBZ] I'm totally sure I need thisv2004 Mercedes-Benz Unimog U500

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

I need to check my lottery ticket.  I like the 4 outhouse seats in the back

https://carsandbids.com/auctions/3g4PYQqR/2004-mercedes-benz-unimog-u500

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Re: [MBZ] If you don’t have $500 for it don’t message me (half of a) 1980 Mercedes-Benz 240d

[Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes]

Oh my Jesus.

On 1/2/2021 10:20 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:

4spd conversion donor

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/807483553445321/?ref=search_code=undefined 





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Re: [MBZ] 2011 GL350 Bluetec, doesn't start, $7500

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How would you diagnose on the spot?

On Sat, Jan 2, 2021 at 9:28 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

> That could be tempting if indeed it is just the starter. I wonder what the
> symptoms are. Might be just the ignition switch, was $25 part on the 05 ML
>
> --FT
> Sent from iPhone
>
> > On Jan 2, 2021, at 12:39 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > mechanic said must change starter
> > Privat owner, title in hands
> > No low ballers!!!
> > Don't have time for fixed
> >
> >
> https://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/cto/d/plainfield-mercedes-benz-gl350-bluetec/7255155280.html
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Re: [MBZ] Nice 300CD

[Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes]

What about the interior?  If it has leather and a burlwood dash then it's
worth every penny

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> That looks really nice
>
> --FT
> Sent from iPhone
>
> > On Jan 2, 2021, at 8:48 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > Not a bad deal for the money considering the condition and miles.
> >
> >
> https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/cto/d/san-mateo-1980-mercedes-300cd-146k-miles/7254345965.html
> <
> https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/cto/d/san-mateo-1980-mercedes-300cd-146k-miles/7254345965.html
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[MBZ] Someone got a pretty good deal on a G500

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

https://carsandbids.com/auctions/3gyPLQg1/2002-mercedes-benz-g500

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Re: [MBZ] 1992 Mercedes-Benz not sure,$2,000 5spd manual diesel

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On 2021-01-02 10:21, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:

It is a 84-86 model, not 92.


It's a 2.2, or it has sealed beam headlamps?
(I don't do fakebuch)

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Re: [MBZ] Too Bad About the Rust

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

At $2k now

--FT

On 1/2/21 9:34 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote:

Sort of what I was thinking. I’m going to keep an eye on it.

I loved my 1982 300SD, probably one of the best Mercedes I ever owned.

-D


On Jan 2, 2021, at 9:30 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes 
 wrote:

Yes but it doesn’t look too awful. The exhaust system might need replacement 
soon though. Keep an eye on it. Would probably be a good driver.

--FT
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wrote:

Yeah, I’m almost tempted. That “Kentucky chrome” on the undercarriage is 
concerning, though.

-D


On Jan 2, 2021, at 9:22 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes 
 wrote:

Coupla hours away

--FT
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On Jan 2, 2021, at 8:59 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes  
wrote:

Otherwise a pretty nice looking car. Close to Floyd, too, I believe:

https://carsandbids.com/auctions/K1xjW012/1985-mercedesbenz-300sd 


If it wasn’t so rusty underneath I would be tempted to bid.


-D
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Re: [MBZ] How to remove seats with no power

[Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes]

They will start a 617 or 603 etc as long as there is a battery in it.  I 
tried starting a 603 with nothing but the jump pack hooked up.  That 
will melt it.  I sent a message to them and they sent me a new one.  I 
am now looking for the charger for it.  I did go ahead and order this 
one as I am planning a trip to the pnp and would like to pull some power 
seats.



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On 1/2/2021 10:20 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote:

  I thought Kaleb was the one that melted the wires off a jump pack trying to 
start a 617...
-Curt

 On Saturday, January 2, 2021, 11:01:38 AM EST, Mitch Haley via Mercedes 
 wrote:
  
  On 2021-01-01 22:03, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:

Maybe I should get one of those small jumper packs with some jumper
wires.

I thought you were the first guy to tell the lists that the book sized
packs would actually start a 617. I bought a couple of tiny Stanley
packs on clearance at World of Walton 2 years ago. They need to see some
voltage to determine that they're hooked up properly before they'll send
power out. Mine won't start a car without some help from the car's
battery, unless it's a 4 cyl in warm weather or with synthetic oil, but
for $11 each I'm not complaining. When the Saturn (when it had a Delco
battery with a weak cell) barely started at -13 and didn't start at -18
the next day, the Stanley pack got it going. I replaced the battery last
December, knowing it didn't have another winter left in it.

Now I keep one on a shelf by the lawn mower, as I'd rather jump start
the thing twice a month than pay $80 for a new motorcycle battery.
Mowers that take mower batteries (or have room for a car battery like an
old Graveley or Cub Cadet) are preferable to mowers that take motorcycle
batteries.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/224160720237

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Re: [MBZ] 1992 Mercedes-Benz not sure,$2,000 5spd manual diesel

[Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes]

It is a 84-86 model, not 92.

On 1/2/2021 10:08 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:

Looks like (most of) a 190D?

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3632046153545687/?ref=search_code=undefined 





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[MBZ] If you don’t have $500 for it don’t message me (half of a) 1980 Mercedes-Benz 240d

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

4spd conversion donor

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/807483553445321/?ref=search_code=undefined

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Re: [MBZ] How to remove seats with no power

[Curt Raymond via Mercedes]

 I thought Kaleb was the one that melted the wires off a jump pack trying to 
start a 617...
-Curt

On Saturday, January 2, 2021, 11:01:38 AM EST, Mitch Haley via Mercedes 
 wrote:  
 
 On 2021-01-01 22:03, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
> Maybe I should get one of those small jumper packs with some jumper
> wires.

I thought you were the first guy to tell the lists that the book sized 
packs would actually start a 617. I bought a couple of tiny Stanley 
packs on clearance at World of Walton 2 years ago. They need to see some 
voltage to determine that they're hooked up properly before they'll send 
power out. Mine won't start a car without some help from the car's 
battery, unless it's a 4 cyl in warm weather or with synthetic oil, but 
for $11 each I'm not complaining. When the Saturn (when it had a Delco 
battery with a weak cell) barely started at -13 and didn't start at -18 
the next day, the Stanley pack got it going. I replaced the battery last 
December, knowing it didn't have another winter left in it.

Now I keep one on a shelf by the lawn mower, as I'd rather jump start 
the thing twice a month than pay $80 for a new motorcycle battery. 
Mowers that take mower batteries (or have room for a car battery like an 
old Graveley or Cub Cadet) are preferable to mowers that take motorcycle 
batteries.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/224160720237

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Re: [MBZ] Too Bad About the Rust

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

Thanks, I studied up on it a coupla years ago and saved a bunch of 
links, I would need to go back and look at it all to refresh my failing 
faculties


--FT

On 1/2/21 10:46 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote:

On 2021-01-02 09:41, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:

I drove the 84 one day last week, I don't drive it enough but I always
enjoy it.  I rebuilt the front suspension a few years ago, probably
less than 3kmi on it, but the steering box is loose and does not
respond quickly to helm input and wanders a bit.  I looked into how to
tighten it up a bit, guess I need to give that a try.  I have another
box I pulled off the 420SEL I dissassembled, no idea if that would be
any better but I guess I could try it if tightening this one doesn't
work.


I believe checking the torque at center and off center would give you 
an idea of how much wear is on the SEL box, and you can adjust it off 
the car while doing that.


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[MBZ] 1992 Mercedes-Benz not sure,$2,000 5spd manual diesel

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

Looks like (most of) a 190D?

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3632046153545687/?ref=search_code=undefined

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[MBZ] 98 e320 $1000 apparently needs conductor plate

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

Looks fairly nice from the rotated pics

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Re: [MBZ] A little patina but otherwise doesn't look too bad 2007 GL450 Mercedes - $5, 200

[Mitch Haley via Mercedes]

On 2021-01-02 09:52, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:

Has a tow package, that's a plus although I might like a 500 a little
better for towing

https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/walterboro-2007-gl-450-mercedes/7255513251.html


I just got a surprise, courtesy of CL and NordVPN:
This IP has been automatically blocked. If you have questions, please 
email: blocks-b1608271253917...@craigslist.org


And I tried to join a shooting forum yesterday, got an email today 
saying my membership was rejected because I was connected to a VPN when 
I tried to join.


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Re: [MBZ] How to remove seats with no power

[Mitch Haley via Mercedes]

On 2021-01-01 22:03, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:

Maybe I should get one of those small jumper packs with some jumper
wires.


I thought you were the first guy to tell the lists that the book sized 
packs would actually start a 617. I bought a couple of tiny Stanley 
packs on clearance at World of Walton 2 years ago. They need to see some 
voltage to determine that they're hooked up properly before they'll send 
power out. Mine won't start a car without some help from the car's 
battery, unless it's a 4 cyl in warm weather or with synthetic oil, but 
for $11 each I'm not complaining. When the Saturn (when it had a Delco 
battery with a weak cell) barely started at -13 and didn't start at -18 
the next day, the Stanley pack got it going. I replaced the battery last 
December, knowing it didn't have another winter left in it.


Now I keep one on a shelf by the lawn mower, as I'd rather jump start 
the thing twice a month than pay $80 for a new motorcycle battery. 
Mowers that take mower batteries (or have room for a car battery like an 
old Graveley or Cub Cadet) are preferable to mowers that take motorcycle 
batteries.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/224160720237

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[MBZ] I have a Mercedes Benz with low miles seats 7 gold in color (and has 8 cylinders)

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

And it has lights that shine on the ground as you can see from these 
night shots but you can't see anything else about the vehicle from the 
one screenshot of a partial pic from my phone


https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/walterboro-mercedes-benz-2006/7255386372.html

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[MBZ] The only reason i'm selling this car is because I need the money. 2008 Mercedes Benz S63 AMG - $13, 000

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

good reason I guess.  Looks like someone with a severe flatulence 
problem drove it


https://wilmington.craigslist.org/cto/d/wilmington-2008-mercedes-benz-s63-amg/7255376436.html

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[MBZ] A little patina but otherwise doesn't look too bad 2007 GL450 Mercedes - $5, 200

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

Has a tow package, that's a plus although I might like a 500 a little 
better for towing


https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/walterboro-2007-gl-450-mercedes/7255513251.html

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[MBZ] Is it brown? Is it white? It's turd whatever 1983 Mercedes 380 SL - $1, 800

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

https://charlotte.craigslist.org/cto/d/charlotte-1983-mercedes-380-sl/7255668701.html

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Re: [MBZ] Too Bad About the Rust

[Mitch Haley via Mercedes]

On 2021-01-02 09:41, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:

I drove the 84 one day last week, I don't drive it enough but I always
enjoy it.  I rebuilt the front suspension a few years ago, probably
less than 3kmi on it, but the steering box is loose and does not
respond quickly to helm input and wanders a bit.  I looked into how to
tighten it up a bit, guess I need to give that a try.  I have another
box I pulled off the 420SEL I dissassembled, no idea if that would be
any better but I guess I could try it if tightening this one doesn't
work.


I believe checking the torque at center and off center would give you an 
idea of how much wear is on the SEL box, and you can adjust it off the 
car while doing that.


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Re: [MBZ] Too Bad About the Rust

[Floyd Thursby via Mercedes]

I drove the 84 one day last week, I don't drive it enough but I always 
enjoy it.  I rebuilt the front suspension a few years ago, probably less 
than 3kmi on it, but the steering box is loose and does not respond 
quickly to helm input and wanders a bit.  I looked into how to tighten 
it up a bit, guess I need to give that a try.  I have another box I 
pulled off the 420SEL I dissassembled, no idea if that would be any 
better but I guess I could try it if tightening this one doesn't work.


--FT

On 1/2/21 9:34 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote:

Sort of what I was thinking. I’m going to keep an eye on it.

I loved my 1982 300SD, probably one of the best Mercedes I ever owned.

-D


On Jan 2, 2021, at 9:30 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes 
 wrote:

Yes but it doesn’t look too awful. The exhaust system might need replacement 
soon though. Keep an eye on it. Would probably be a good driver.

--FT
Sent from iPhone


On Jan 2, 2021, at 9:26 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes  
wrote:

Yeah, I’m almost tempted. That “Kentucky chrome” on the undercarriage is 
concerning, though.

-D


On Jan 2, 2021, at 9:22 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes 
 wrote:

Coupla hours away

--FT
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On Jan 2, 2021, at 8:59 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes  
wrote:

Otherwise a pretty nice looking car. Close to Floyd, too, I believe:

https://carsandbids.com/auctions/K1xjW012/1985-mercedesbenz-300sd 


If it wasn’t so rusty underneath I would be tempted to bid.


-D
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Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

[Curt Raymond via Mercedes]

Have you seen his documentary? It's well done and he's pretty cool.

Curt

Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android 
 
  On Fri, Jan 1, 2021 at 7:35 PM, Meade Dillon via 
Mercedes wrote:   That's a great article.  Warren Buffet 
definitely knows investing.
-
Max
Charleston SC


On Fri, Jan 1, 2021 at 5:28 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

>  Warren Buffet says individual stock picking is for dummies. Then he put
> his money where his mouth is a proved it:
> https://www.investopedia.com/articles/investing/030916/buffetts-bet-hedge-funds-year-eight-brka-brkb.asp
> -Curt
>
>    On Friday, January 1, 2021, 2:49:58 PM EST, Andrew Strasfogel via
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>
>  Fisher Investments ONLY purchases individual stocks for their clients - no
> mutual funds or ETFs.  Sounds risky, but when you think about it - they
> employ a large cadre of smart stock pickers to weed out poor performers and
> focus on the best of the best in a typical client portfolio.  Sort of like
> a turbocharged mutual fund minus the losers, and without the fees (other
> than their own one percent management fee).  They claim this has led to
> lasting success, such as predicting 9 out of 10 bear markets.
>
> On Fri, Jan 1, 2021 at 2:33 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes <
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> > Jim Cathey via Mercedes  writes:
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> > > my mortgage, pointing out that my mortgage rate was lower than the
> > > general rate of return on tech-sector investments.
> >
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> > and the market is returning three times that, why pay it off? For me
> > it's because in a downturn, the mortgage payments don't stop. In the
> > course of a 30 year mortgage, there will be some multi-year recessions
> > and maybe you'll even have periods of unemployment or reduced
> > income. It's just inevitable. In those situations, the less debt you
> > have, the more flexibility you have.
> >
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Re: [MBZ] OT focus front struts

[Dan Penoff via Mercedes]

Yup. Sold the MomOlith in 2011.

As I like to say, “Tempus Fudgit”.

-D

> On Jan 2, 2021, at 9:49 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
> 
>> 
>> I had a 2006 Ford Focus wagon for basic cheap >transportation when I 
>> returned to Florida in 2011.
> 
> Good God. You sold the McMansion ten years ago already? Where does the time 
> go?
> 
> 
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Re: [MBZ] OT focus front struts

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On 2021-01-01 21:56, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:

Replaced the struts today, was thankfully a very non-frustrating job
compared to the alternator a few months ago.



I saw a video yesterday, could have been titled "how I landed my dream 
job by tearing the front end off a VW to replace the alternator"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6E6mCOw03FU


Only surprise was the side that had the broken strut, I should have
thought about it but the thing popped out under spring pressure once I
got the bottom end free. Fortunately it wasn't under much tension.



Was the strut broken or the top mount bearing?
Anyway, you discovered one of the situations in which a quick strut kit 
is not a replacement for a spring compressor, glad it worked out OK.


I can remember thinking about paying $2500 for Dan's Focus, IIRC it had 
stick shift and leather interior. I ended up paying $1400 for a 2007 
stick shift Saturn instead. Served me well enough for the last five 
years and 42kmi.


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Re: [MBZ] OT focus front struts

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>I had a 2006 Ford Focus wagon for basic cheap >transportation when I returned 
>to Florida in 2011.

Good God. You sold the McMansion ten years ago already? Where does the time go?


Rick
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Re: [MBZ] Too Bad About the Rust

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Sort of what I was thinking. I’m going to keep an eye on it.

I loved my 1982 300SD, probably one of the best Mercedes I ever owned.

-D

> On Jan 2, 2021, at 9:30 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> Yes but it doesn’t look too awful. The exhaust system might need replacement 
> soon though. Keep an eye on it. Would probably be a good driver. 
> 
> --FT
> Sent from iPhone
> 
>> On Jan 2, 2021, at 9:26 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes  
>> wrote:
>> 
>> Yeah, I’m almost tempted. That “Kentucky chrome” on the undercarriage is 
>> concerning, though.
>> 
>> -D
>> 
>>> On Jan 2, 2021, at 9:22 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes 
>>>  wrote:
>>> 
>>> Coupla hours away 
>>> 
>>> --FT
>>> Sent from iPhone
>>> 
> On Jan 2, 2021, at 8:59 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
 
 Otherwise a pretty nice looking car. Close to Floyd, too, I believe:
 
 https://carsandbids.com/auctions/K1xjW012/1985-mercedesbenz-300sd 
 
 
 If it wasn’t so rusty underneath I would be tempted to bid.
 
 
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Re: [MBZ] Too Bad About the Rust

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Yes but it doesn’t look too awful. The exhaust system might need replacement 
soon though. Keep an eye on it. Would probably be a good driver. 

--FT
Sent from iPhone

> On Jan 2, 2021, at 9:26 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
> Yeah, I’m almost tempted. That “Kentucky chrome” on the undercarriage is 
> concerning, though.
> 
> -D
> 
>> On Jan 2, 2021, at 9:22 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> Coupla hours away 
>> 
>> --FT
>> Sent from iPhone
>> 
 On Jan 2, 2021, at 8:59 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes 
  wrote:
>>> 
>>> Otherwise a pretty nice looking car. Close to Floyd, too, I believe:
>>> 
>>> https://carsandbids.com/auctions/K1xjW012/1985-mercedesbenz-300sd 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> If it wasn’t so rusty underneath I would be tempted to bid.
>>> 
>>> 
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Re: [MBZ] 2011 GL350 Bluetec, doesn't start, $7500

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That could be tempting if indeed it is just the starter. I wonder what the 
symptoms are. Might be just the ignition switch, was $25 part on the 05 ML

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> On Jan 2, 2021, at 12:39 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes 
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> mechanic said must change starter
> Privat owner, title in hands
> No low ballers!!!
> Don't have time for fixed
> 
> https://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/cto/d/plainfield-mercedes-benz-gl350-bluetec/7255155280.html
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Re: [MBZ] Too Bad About the Rust

[Dan Penoff via Mercedes]

Yeah, I’m almost tempted. That “Kentucky chrome” on the undercarriage is 
concerning, though.

-D

> On Jan 2, 2021, at 9:22 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes 
>  wrote:
> 
> Coupla hours away 
> 
> --FT
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>> On Jan 2, 2021, at 8:59 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes  
>> wrote:
>> 
>> Otherwise a pretty nice looking car. Close to Floyd, too, I believe:
>> 
>> https://carsandbids.com/auctions/K1xjW012/1985-mercedesbenz-300sd 
>> 
>> 
>> If it wasn’t so rusty underneath I would be tempted to bid.
>> 
>> 
>> -D
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Re: [MBZ] Nice 300CD

[Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes]

That looks really nice 

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> On Jan 2, 2021, at 8:48 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes  
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> Not a bad deal for the money considering the condition and miles.
> 
> https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/cto/d/san-mateo-1980-mercedes-300cd-146k-miles/7254345965.html
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Re: [MBZ] Too Bad About the Rust

[Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes]

Coupla hours away 

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> On Jan 2, 2021, at 8:59 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
> Otherwise a pretty nice looking car. Close to Floyd, too, I believe:
> 
> https://carsandbids.com/auctions/K1xjW012/1985-mercedesbenz-300sd 
> 
> 
> If it wasn’t so rusty underneath I would be tempted to bid.
> 
> 
> -D
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[MBZ] Too Bad About the Rust

[Dan Penoff via Mercedes]

Otherwise a pretty nice looking car. Close to Floyd, too, I believe:

https://carsandbids.com/auctions/K1xjW012/1985-mercedesbenz-300sd 


If it wasn’t so rusty underneath I would be tempted to bid.


-D
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[MBZ] Nice 300CD

[Dan Penoff via Mercedes]

Not a bad deal for the money considering the condition and miles.

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/cto/d/san-mateo-1980-mercedes-300cd-146k-miles/7254345965.html
 


-D
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Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

[Dan Penoff via Mercedes]

Sure he does. Look at a Dairy Queen as an example.

-D

> On Jan 1, 2021, at 10:18 PM, Clay Monroe via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
> Oddly he does not seem to hold onto things for all that long.  SWMBA’s firm 
> has sold him a number of client businesses.  Bershire Hathaway holds on just 
> long enough to squeeze the jelly from their eyes, slather it on toast, and 
> then divests at a profit.  Not small toys, but big boy products, from trains, 
> to power companies, a few other large scale endeavors.   Must be nice to have 
> that sort of scratch.
> 
> I like the buy and hold theory.  I may one day have enough to retire to a 
> cardboard box in an alley.
> 
> Clay
> 
> 
> inter urinas et faeces nascimur
> 
>> On Jan 1, 2021, at 3:34 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes 
>>  wrote:
>> 
>> That's a great article.  Warren Buffet definitely knows investing.
>> -
>> Max
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Re: [MBZ] OT focus front struts

[Dan Penoff via Mercedes]

I had a 2006 Ford Focus wagon for basic cheap transportation when I returned to 
Florida in 2011. Excellent commodity car, very reliable and pretty cheap and 
easy to maintain.

Glad it worked out well for you. Undercarriage work on northern cars is never 
fun, no matter what it is.

-D

> On Jan 2, 2021, at 1:16 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes  
> wrote:
> 
> Yeah that's exactly what this car is. The primary objective was to get
> it back on the road quickly and cheaply. These were pretty inexpensive
> and an easy evening in the garage to get both sides changed out, so I
> went for it.
> 
> Allan
> 
> Rick Knoble via Mercedes  writes:
> 
>> Yeah. I was going to respond that I really_don't_like quick struts, as
>> it seems to me the quality of the components just isn't
>> there. However, on a jalopy, hoopty, or whatever they are called these
>> days, why not?
>> 
>> 
>> Rick
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